Chapter 3
Advanced Configuration
Chapter 3:
Advanced Configuration
Advanced configuration is performed through theWireless Network Monitor (the Monitor). Use it to check the status information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings.
Diagnostics is performed through the Diagnostic utility. Use it to detect the Adapter, test the driver and Monitor, and troubleshoot if needed.
How to Access the Wireless Network Monitor
After installing the Adapter, the Monitor icon appears in the system tray of your computer. If the Monitor is enabled, the icon is green. If the Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not inserted, the icon is gray.
Wireless Network Monitor Icon
How to Use the Wireless Network Monitor
The opening screen of the Monitor is the Status screen. From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality is. You can also click the 
to connect to a router that supports
NOTE: The Adapter supports
Click More Information to view additional status information about the current connection. To search for available wireless networks, click the Connect tab. To perform configuration changes or create connection profiles, click the Profiles tab.
Status
The Status screen displays network mode, signal strength, and link quality information about the current connection. It also displays the
RangePlus Wireless PCI Adapter
Status
Signal Strength The Signal Strength bar indicates signal strength.
Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.
More Information Click More Information to view additional information about the wireless network connection on the Wireless Network Status screen.
to connect to a router that supports
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
NOTE: Make sure the router supports
Before you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. Then select the method that is most convenient for you.
Select a Method